Defendant Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ During Arraignment

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On Sept. 1, Stephen Herring was arraigned before DC Superior Court Judge Marisa Demeo.

Herring, 23, is charged with second-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of 30-year-old Marcus Thurman on Aug. 22 on the 100 block of M Street, NE. On Sept. 4, Thurman succumbed to his injuries.

Herring was originally charged with one count of assault with intent to kill while armed, which was amended on Sept. 4, following Thurman’s death.

Herring, through his defense attorney, pleaded not guilty.

The next hearing is scheduled for Nov. 13.